Podcast – Outside is Overrated

In this episode, we discuss the animated series Batman: The Caped Crusader.  Episode guide: 17:00 - Our Favorite Batman Media 25:30 - What is Batman: The Caped Crusader? 32:41 - Evaluating the Cast 48:06 - Does The Caped Crusader Live Up to the Legacy of the Animated Series 52:19 - Fresh Takes on Iconic Characters 1:20:52 - Batman: The Caped Crusader's Format 1:29:07 - Start With This Episode 1:33...

In this episode of OiO Game Club, we wrap up our discussion of Assassin's Creed Origins by Ubisoft. We share our final thoughts on: Combat Progression systems Exploration What's new in the back half of the game The story OiO Game Club is a standalone segment of the Outside is Overrated podcast. We play and discuss a different game with the OiO community each month. Our Patreon supporters are invit...

In this episode, we discuss the tabletop roleplaying game Dungeon Crawl Classics.  Episode guide: 20:46 - What is Dungeon Crawl Classics? 23:07 - Character Creation/The Character Funnel 36:53 - The Level-0 Dungeon Experience 58:45 - Evolving to Level One Characters 1:22:16 - Other Quirks of Dungeon Crawl Classics 1:33:52 - Long-Term Appeal 1:43:29 - How is Running DCC Different from Running D&...

In this episode of OiO Game Club, we discuss the first half of Assassin's Creed Origins by Ubisoft. We share our spoiler-free thoughts on: Combat Progression systems Exploration The story OiO Game Club is a standalone segment of the Outside is Overrated podcast. We play and discuss a different game with the OiO community each month. Our Patreon supporters are invited to join the discussion! Premie...

In this episode, we discuss three fishy board games: Fleet: The Dice Game, Lure and Finspan. Episode guide: 7:52 - Fleet The Dice Game 45:11 - Lure 1:04:52 - Finspan Thank you for listening! Outside is Overrated is presented by Premier Health .  Please support OiO on Patreon for $2 a month. Download and subscribe to OiO wherever you get your podcasts. Connect with us on Facebook  or  email the sho...

In this episode of OiO Game Club, we wrap up our discussion of Hollow Knight Silksong by Team Cherry. We share our final thoughts on: Combat Exploration Difficulty Story OiO Game Club is a standalone segment of the Outside is Overrated podcast. We play and discuss a different game with the OiO community each month. Our Patreon supporters are invited to join the discussion! Premier Health presents...

In this episode, we discuss the book Dungeon Crawler Carl by Matt Dinniman.  Episode guide: 12:46 - Zathura: A Space Adventure 33:11 - The Iron Man Films 50:50 - Chef 1:08:13 - What is Favreau's Signature Style? 1:15:18 - Ranking Favreau's Feature Films Thank you for listening! Outside is Overrated is presented by Premier Health .  Please support OiO on Patreon for $2 a month. Download and subscri...

In this episode of OiO Game Club, we discuss the the first half of Hollow Knight Silksong by Team Cherry. We break down:  Exploration Combat Why people like this style of game OiO Game Club is a standalone segment of the Outside is Overrated podcast. We play and discuss a different game with the OiO community each month. Our Patreon supporters are invited to join the discussion! Premier Health pre...

In this episode, we discuss the book Dungeon Crawler Carl by Matt Dinniman.  Episode guide: 2:25 - What is Dungeon Crawler Carl 30:59 - Boss Fights 37:19 - Other Threats 40:29 - Foreshadowing Throughout the Book Thank you for listening! Outside is Overrated is presented by Premier Health .  Please support OiO on Patreon for $2 a month. Download and subscribe to OiO wherever you get your podcasts....

In this episode of OiO Game Club, we discuss the classic CRPG Arcanum from Troika Games. We break down:  Character creation The combat and experience systems The story Whether anyone should ever play old games OiO Game Club is a standalone segment of the Outside is Overrated podcast. We play and discuss a different game with the OiO community each month. Our Patreon supporters are invited to join...

In this episode, we discuss the anime The Rising of the Shield Hero, Season One.  Episode guide: 5:54 - What is The Rising of the Shield Hero 24:48 - The Cardinal Heroes 33:44 - The Shield Heroe's Allies 43:02 - Confrontation with the Church 49:44 - The Final Leveling Window/Epic Showdown 58:27 - What Does Rising of the Shield Hero do Well? 1:02:00 - Where Does the Show Struggle? Thank you for lis...

In this episode of OiO Game Club, we discuss Helldivers II from Arrowhead Game Studios. We break down:  The core combat system Places we’ve been and our favorite enemies Progression systems OiO Game Club is a standalone segment of the Outside is Overrated podcast. We play and discuss a different game with the OiO community each month. Our Patreon supporters are invited to join the discussion! Prem...

In this episode, we discuss deckbuilding board games. We explain the core mechanic and variations on it, along with some of our favorite titles.  Episode guide: 13:35 - What is a Deckbuilder? 25:58 - Victory Point/Optimization Deckbuilders 33:23 - Direct Conflict Deckbuilders 40:42 - Hybrid Games 52:36 - Cooperative Narrative Deckbuilders 1:04:01 - Our Preferences: Optimization vs. Tactical 1:05:5...

In this episode of OiO Game Club, we wrap up our discussion of Final Fantasy Tactics from Square Enix. We break down:  Is the job system still the GOAT? Our favorite additions to the formula Our thoughts on the overall cast Final impressions of the stort OiO Game Club is a standalone segment of the Outside is Overrated podcast. We play and discuss a different game with the OiO community each month...

In this episode, we discuss video game movies from 2015-2019. We cover Warcraft, Assassin's Creed, Tomb Raider, Jumanji and Pokémon: Detective Pikachu Episode guide: 14:46 - Warcraft 37:52 - A Moment of Thanks 39:50 - Assassin's Creed 1:07:24 - Tomb Raider 1:31:07 - Jumanji 1:51:07 - Pokémon: Detective Pikachu 20:09:35 - Ranking the Video Game Movies Thank you for listening! Outside is Overrated i...

In this episode of OiO Game Club, we discuss the first two chapters of Final Fantasy Tactics from Square Enix. We break down:  How the job system shapes strategy and storytelling Impressions from the first two chapters of the remaster Whether this new version captures the spirit of the original OiO Game Club is a standalone segment of the Outside is Overrated podcast. We play and discuss a differe...

In this episode, we discuss the board game Star Wars Battle of Hoth by Days of Wonder. Episode guide: 6:43 - Star Wars Battle of Hoth 25:17 - Leader Cards 30:20 - Support Cards and Campaign Mode 39:06 - Is Battle of Hoth Fun 1:00:07 - War Game Recommendations Thank you for listening! Outside is Overrated is presented by Premier Health .  Please support OiO on Patreon for as little as $2 a month. D...

In this episode of OiO Game Club, we wrap up our discussion of Star Wars Outlaws by Massive Entertainment. We break down:  The three main worlds that make up the bulk of Outlaws Highs and lows of the story Our final thoughts and impressions on gameplay OiO Game Club is a standalone segment of the Outside is Overrated podcast. We play and discuss a different game with the OiO community each month....

In this episode, we discuss the board game Star Wars Imperial Assault by Fantasy Flight Games.  Episode guide: 7:38 - The Star Wars IP and Fantasy Flight Games 18:37 - What is Star Wars Imperial Assault? 34:22 - Comat System 41:48 - Progression Systems 50:39 - Spoiler-free story discussion 1:10:55 - Skirmish Mode Thank you for listening! Outside is Overrated is presented by Premier Health .  Pleas...

In this episode of OiO Game Club, we discuss Star Wars Outlaws by Massive Entertainment. We break down:  What type of game Star Wars Outlaws Our initial thoughts on the mechanics, characters and settings OiO Game Club is a standalone segment of the Outside is Overrated podcast. We play and discuss a different game with the OiO community each month. Our Patreon supporters are invited to join the di...

In this episode, we discuss the Blade Runner films.  Episode guide: 4:22 - Blade Runner 30:56 - Blade Runner 2049 Thank you for listening! Outside is Overrated is presented by Premier Health .  Please support OiO on Patreon for as little as $2 a month. Download and subscribe to OiO wherever you get your podcasts. Connect with us on Facebook  or  email the show . Music courtesy of:  http://www.bens...

In this episode, we discuss the entire John Wick Film Franchise. Episode guide: 6:34 - John Wick 17:25 - John Wick Chapter 2 33:53 - John Wick Chapter 3 - Parabellum 51:58 - John Wick Chapter 4 1:04:28 - The Overarching Franchise Thank you for listening! Outside is Overrated is presented by Premier Health .  Please support OiO on Patreon for as little as $2 a month. Download and subscribe to OiO w...

In this episode of OiO Game Club, we discuss Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 by Sandfall Interactive. We break down:  A brief overview of what Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is all about and an update on our p1 thoughts Combat and progression systems Complete spoiler thoughts on the story OiO Game Club is a standalone segment of the Outside is Overrated podcast. We play and discuss a different game with...

In this episode, we discuss The Ghostbusters Board Game, designed by: Matt Hyra, Adam Sblendorio and Mataio Wilson.  Episode guide: 12:13 - Ghostbusters The Board Game 53:31 - State of the Ghostbusters IP Thank you for listening! Outside is Overrated is presented by Premier Health .  Please support OiO on Patreon for as little as $2 a month. Download and subscribe to OiO wherever you get your podc...

In this episode of OiO Game Club, we discuss Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 by Sandfall Interactive. We break down:  What Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is all about The setting and visual design Combat and progression systems Spoiler-free thoughts through Act I OiO Game Club is a standalone segment of the Outside is Overrated podcast. We play and discuss a different game with the OiO community each mon...